Usonian houses did not have garages. To economize on building costs, Frank Lloyd Wright designed these homes with open-air carports. At the Kalil house, the carport is attached to the main house, like the foot of an L. The half wall of the carport offers views of the lawn and garden.
The Toufic Kalil Home by Frank Lloyd Wright
By Jackie Craven, About.com Guide
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